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Bureau Veritas

Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services, is headquartered in France. Established in 1828, the company has evolved to serve a diverse range of industries, including construction, automotive, and food safety, with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Bureau Veritas offers a comprehensive suite of services, including quality assurance, risk management, and compliance solutions, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company is recognised for its rigorous standards and expertise, positioning it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to enhance operational efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance. With a rich history and a focus on continuous improvement, Bureau Veritas has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its status as a key player in the TIC sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Bureau Veritas's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

64

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

21

Industry Benchmark

Bureau Veritas's score of 64 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bureau Veritas's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Bureau Veritas reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 149,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes 74,412,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 74,994,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions totalled about 592,278,000 kg CO2e. Bureau Veritas has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. They also plan to cut Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company has demonstrated a commitment to transparency by disclosing emissions data across all relevant scopes, reflecting their proactive approach to climate action in the professional services sector.

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Scope 1
71,732,000
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Scope 2
87,133,000
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Scope 3
509,217,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bureau Veritas's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Bureau Veritas is headquartered in FR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Bureau Veritas is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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